Spencer's at the Waterfront, located on the shores of Lake Ontario, offers a unique culinary experience. With stunning views and a menu focused on fresh, seasonal ingredients, it's the ideal spot for a memorable meal.
The restaurant boasts an elegant atmosphere complemented by a friendly staff that makes you feel right at home. The diverse menu caters to all tastes, featuring everything from delicious seafood to juicy steaks. Be sure to leave space for dessert!
Whether you're marking a special occasion or enjoying a night out with friends, Spencer's at the Waterfront is the perfect place to create lasting memories.
Located on the Burlington lakefront, Spencer’s at the Waterfront offers breathtaking views and fabulous food. Spencer’s offers a unique food concept, featuring market fresh fish, exceptional seafood and mouth-watering Craft Cut Steak.
Topside at Spencer's launches Monday, September 16th!
Soak in the lakeside view with a features selection of $9 sips and $12 appetizers.
Available Monday to Friday, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Shuck Wednesday's
CA$25.00 per person
Multiple dates available
Join us every Wednesday night for freshly shucked oysters!
Enjoy 6 oysters and 2 glasses of Prosecco for $25 - additional oysters are only $2!
Weekend Brunch
Multiple dates available
Our 'brunch with a view' offers an a-la-carte menu beyond the classics, featuring a menu of delicious items such as our signature Crab Cakes Eggs Benedict and Spencer's Steak and Eggs along with other brunch favourites. Pairs perfectly with our $27 bottomless mimosas.
Brunch menu is available Saturday and Sunday, 11am - 3pm.
Private dining
Popular dishes
Menu
Spencer's at the Waterfront's menu was last updated 2024-11-29.
Cheddar, iceberg lettuce, thousand island dressing, sweet pickle | 27
Craft Cuts
8oz TenderloinCA$63.00
12oz New York StriploinCA$57.00
Accompaniments
BordelaiseCA$6.00
Au PoivreCA$6.00
Café de Paris ButterCA$2.00
Sides
Crispy Brussel SproutsCA$14.00
Maple bacon
Truffle FriesCA$20.00
Parmesan
Add ChickenCA$16.00
Add Miso SalmonCA$18.00
What 5,620 people are saying
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Overall ratings and reviews
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4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
4.7Food
4.8Service
4.6Ambience
4.3Value
Noise • Moderate
Loved For
Halton
Great for brunch
Halton
Great for outdoor dining
Halton
Most Booked
Review summary
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Spencer's at the Waterfront offers a delightful dining experience with "superb food, service, and atmosphere." Guests praise the "outstanding service," "delicious food," and "beautiful location" on Lake Ontario. The patio is "an amazing place to sit" during summer. Although some found it noisy, the "warm ambiance" and "friendly staff" ensure memorable visits.
5,620 Reviews
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Bev
Toronto22 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
This is a place that consistently offers excellent service, delicious menu choices, and a warm inviting setting. It is our go to restaurant in Burlington for everything you want for an excellent dining experience. It also helps that there is parking available and a great view of Lake Ontario.
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Marie-Anne
Toronto1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
Wonderful meal, everything was perfect. The service was excellent as well as the ambience
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Arshdeep
Toronto1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
Delicious food and wonderful service! Will be returning for more.
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Debbie
Toronto8 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
Great meal, wonderful service. Always requested a table with a lake view but never had one, even reserving 8 weeks in advance. This time though, we had a table with a lake view. Third times a charm. Guess you have to go on a Monday.
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KPvisitsOrlando
Philadelphia13 reviews
3.0
Dined 4 days ago
Overall 3
Food 4
Service 2
Ambience 4
I have been to Spencer’s enough times to know the food and service is excellent and that they tend to do the little things really well. They are usually very friendly, attentive and detail oriented. Today was not that experience at all.
It was a special birthday lunch celebrating my mom who is 95 years young. I picked Spencers because they are usually so good in so many ways. I mentioned the birthday in the reservation request. At the same time also asked for a nice window table.
The hostess was going to seat us in a booth by the washroom. I had to ask for another table more scenic table that was open.
As we sat down, they presented her with a handwritten note. (nice!). But if you have gone to the trouble of writing the note, say “hey…its your birthday. HBD” when you give it to her. Don’t just put the card in front of her and say nothing. It was weird! She also neglected to ask when we left how our lunch was and wish her HBD. It wasnt that busy.
The server was also the bar tender and coffee butler. He seemed to be the only one serving and was clearly stretched too thin. I asked for my entree to be cut for sharing. (They failed to do this).
I had hoped they would have put a candle and written HBD on her dessert but there was nothing. The waiter didnt even ask if it was a special occasion but given my many other experiences there I didnt think to mention it since it was with the rez.
Im simply disappointed as it was a big milestone birthday. I write this to advise others who might be celebrating something there, that this restaurant overlooks details and so if choosing a celebration there be forewarned that they might fall short in making it special if you dont speak up. Don’t assume that the request in the Rez will create a memorable experience. I know a lot of the experience for the birthday girl is on those dining with her. But they shouldn’t bother asking for special comments in the rez if you aren’t going to accommodate.
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Suzanne
Toronto9 reviews
4.0
Dined 4 days ago
Overall 4
Food 4
Service 4
Ambience 4
Lobster roll was good - quite noisy as no baffles to absorb sound.
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Jeff
Toronto2 reviews
4.0
Dined 5 days ago
Overall 4
Food 5
Service 4
Ambience 5
Great spot for dinner or lunch. Patio in the summer is great
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Shelley
Toronto4 reviews
2.0
Dined 6 days ago
Overall 2
Food 2
Service 2
Ambience 2
Very noisy and bad acoustics. Service very casual for the price. We reserved well in advance for two people birthday celebration and they put us in the middle of three very large groups vs. the more out of the way spots better for couples. Steak tough
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KimD
Tampa9 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
Always a wonderful experience. Food, service and atmosphere superb
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Anthony
Toronto14 reviews
4.0
Dined on March 18, 2025
Overall 4
Food 4
Service 4
Ambience 4
Good selection of gluten free options for those with celiac disease
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Spencer's at the Waterfront is rated 4.7 stars by 5620 OpenTable diners.
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Located on the Burlington lakefront, Spencer’s at the Waterfront offers breathtaking views and fabulous food. Spencer’s offers a unique food concept, featuring market fresh fish, exceptional seafood and mouth-watering Craft Cut Steak.
